The Empini hitmaker Kelly Khumalo, found herself in a storm of criticism after taking to social media to unleash a fiery rant against an airline after missing her flight.
In a now-viral video, the singer accused the airline of poor communication, claiming that their disorganisation caused her to miss her flight. But instead of rallying behind her, mzansi had little sympathy, with many responding to her plea with cold reactions.
The video posted by X user @Bongi12388256, shows a frustrated Kelly detailing her experience. She accused ComAirCen of failing to announce the departure time of her flight and not updating the information on any boards.
Drama at the Airport after Kelly Khumalo Misses her flight pic.twitter.com/ln8ZIOlzBp
— Bongi 💕 (@Bongi12388256) August 27, 2024
However, Kelly’s attempt to turn her inconvenience into a public campaign for a boycott fell flat. The backlash was harsh. Comments ranged from mockery to outright disapproval.
One user said:
We don’t care pic.twitter.com/raPs6ChDTZ
— Rain Song🇿🇦 (@Gats_Jr) August 27, 2024
Another X user said:
Why would they not announce that flight number what what is boarding?? I would be so pissed off aswell ,especially if early at the airport Yhuuuuu
— nativeChick (@Chick9Chick) August 27, 2024
Another user sarcastically remarked:
So Kelly Khumalo thinks South Africans sympathise with her ? South Africans will buy flowers for this airline to annoy her. South Africans hate Kelly Khumalo.
— ⭐️💫 KhweziLomso 🌟✨ (@Bongani_Wale) August 27, 2024
Another commenter added:
I also miss my flight n made peace with that… You can never tell me what to do or support with my money. You think you own me nosense
— Milani (@Milanie1998) August 28, 2024
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